Site Manager

Site Manager – £10m New Build School | Chippenham

Location:

Chippenham, Wiltshire
Project Value:
Circa £10 million
Contract Type:
Permanent / Long-term opportunity
Sector:
Education / Construction

Employer:

Tier 1 Main Contractor

Site Manager – Chippenham

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor on a prestigious £10 million new-build school project near Chippenham, Wiltshire.

This is an excellent long-term opportunity for a Site Manager looking to work on a high-profile education project with an established main contractor, with the potential for continued career opportunities following successful delivery of the scheme.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Site Manager / Construction Manager with a strong background in main contracting and new-build construction. Experience delivering education, commercial, healthcare or other complex building projects would be highly advantageous.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Managing and coordinating subcontractors and site teams.

* Overseeing daily construction activities and ensuring works are delivered in accordance with programme requirements.

* Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.

* Coordinating site logistics, materials and resources.

* Monitoring progress against the construction programme.

* Working closely with the Project Manager and wider site management team.

* Managing subcontractor performance and ensuring works are delivered to specification.

* Attending and contributing to site meetings and progress meetings.

* Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress.

* Ensuring quality standards are consistently maintained throughout the project.

* Identifying and resolving site issues efficiently.

* Supporting the successful handover and completion of the project.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* Proven experience as a Site Manager within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor environment.

* Experience managing new-build construction projects.

* Strong knowledge of construction processes, health & safety and quality management.

* A proven track record of managing subcontractors and site teams.

* Excellent organisational and communication skills.

* The ability to work effectively under programme and commercial pressures.

* A strong understanding of construction programmes and project delivery.

* Relevant construction qualifications, ideally including SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid.

Experience working on education or other £5m+ building projects would be particularly beneficial.

The Opportunity

This is more than simply a Site Manager role. You will be joining a Tier 1 main contractor with a strong pipeline of work and the opportunity to establish yourself on a major project before progressing onto further schemes.

The project offers the opportunity to work on a £10 million school development, providing excellent experience within the education and public-sector construction market.

Excellent long-term opportunity | £10m project | Tier 1 main contractor | Chippenham

If you are an experienced Site Manager looking for your next long-term opportunity with a leading main contractor, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for a confidential discussion